Golden Precepts of Esotericism

3rd Revised edition

Description - Golden Precepts of Esotericism by G. de Purucker

Drawn from the author's talks with students, Golden Precepts covers a variety of subjects: the inner god; thoughts, their influence on character, and how they can be controlled; how to meet suffering, old age, and death; the need for selfless love; buddhas of compassion; and the path of spiritual growth.

Author Biography - G. de Purucker

Gottfried de Purucker was born on January 15, 1874, at Suffern, New York, son of an Anglican minister who for some years served as chaplain of the American Church in Geneva, Switzerland. In preparation for the ministry he specialized in Hebrew, Latin, Greek, and the writings of the early Church Fathers. However, study of Eastern philosophies and Sanskrit literature led him to theosophy with its broad comprehension of religion, philosophy, and science. After working closely with Katherine Tingley, he succeeded her as head of The Theosophical Society from 1929 until his death in Covina, California, on September 27, 1942. Perhaps his greatest contribution to the theosophical movement was his elucidation of the writings of H. P. Blavatsky, particularly her Secret Doctrine. (Link to Biographical Sketch.)